About Lorenzo

I'm a software engineer with a Ph.D. in numerical methods applied to electromagnetic problems. I currently work as Senior Python developer for a Web company providing personalized search engine solutions. My job challenges me everyday with theoretical problems which is what I most like. It is about understanding them and implementing efficient solutions: I can say that computers and algorithms are my job and my hobbies, too. I also like sports, music and books, which are a necessary evasion to the technicalities I face in the everyday job.

Key Info

Position Desired	Full Time
Willing to Relocate	Yes
Commuting Distance	No Preference
Acceptable Travel	Up to 100% of the Time
U.S. Work Authorization	Not Specified
Eligible for U.S. Security Clearance	Not Specified

Salary

Current Salary	$60,000 to $75,000
Desired Salary	Not Specified

Pre-screen Interview Questions

What is the toughest problem you have had to solve? (12/23/2007)

Polarization rotation in optical integrated circuits.

What are you most passionate about? (12/23/2007)

I love facing problems and new challenges, trying to find innovative solutions to solve them.

What did you learn from your previous job? (12/23/2007)

As a tecnical assistant at Telesystem, I learned about digital television standards (DVB) and protocols (OFDM, MPEG).

What are your strengths? Weaknesses? (12/23/2007)

I have a deep theoretical background in classical optics and many years of experience in numerical methods programming. I can program in many different programming languages, like C/C++, Fortran 77/90/95, Python and Matlab, with a focus on efficiency, standards compliancy and portability. I know the basics of parallel programming. I'm finally very inclined in learning things and facing new problems, looking for the better solutions to solve them. As a weakness, I can say that I'm fascinated by theoretical questions which might not have immediate practical importance and I can be tempted to follow the research of a solution which is not strictly necessary: colleagues and bosses are about keeping me focused, though!

Describe your ideal work environment. (02/15/2007)

Young, co-operative and challenging.

What do you like most about your job? (02/15/2007)

The possibility to learn every day.

How would your co-workers describe you? (02/15/2007)

Co-operative.